Experience Orta San Giulio at the most evocative time of day: at sunset, when the warm light enhances the lake and makes the streets of the historic center even more magical. This guided tour combines spirituality, art and landscape, allowing you to discover the uniqueness of the Sacro Monte and the authenticity of the village, at a pleasant pace and with plenty of photo opportunities.
The tour begins at the Sacro Monte di Orta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to Saint Francis of Assisi. Built starting in 1590, it is a devotional complex where faith, art and nature come together in a surprisingly harmonious way. We will stroll through the Sacro Monte Nature Reserve and visit some Baroque chapels, with stops at viewpoints to admire (and photograph) the lake from above.
We will then move on to the pedestrian village of Orta San Giulio. Among narrow streets that retain a medieval atmosphere and elegant palaces from the 18th and 19th centuries, we will discover hidden corners, small gardens and beautiful residences overlooking the water. The view of the lake accompanies the route and conveys a feeling of calm and serenity, making you fall in love with the genuine authenticity of Orta step by step.
The tour ends in Piazza Motta, right in front of the iconic San Giulio Island, in the heart of the historic old town. From here, if you wish, you can continue the evening on your own in the village.
